Wenxian Iron Stick Yam Powder 600g Jar Traditional Bran Fried Chinese Yam Powder

Wenxian Iron Stick Yam Powder, known in TCM as Huai Shan (怀山药) or Shan Yao (山药), from Dioscorea opposita, is a finely milled powder made from the dried root of Chinese yam. Traditionally associated with the spleen and stomach channels, it is valued in TCM theory for its mild sweet and neutral nature. This jar contains 600g of pure yam powder with no added sucrose, traditionally bran-fried for a warm, nutty character.

Key Selling Points

• Made from authentic Wenxian Iron Stick Yam, a celebrated Chinese yam variety
• Single-ingredient powder with no added sucrose
• Traditional bran-frying process for a warm, nutty aroma
• Naturally contains dietary fiber and yam nutrients
• Convenient 600g jar for daily porridge, baking, or drink mixes

Quality & Sensory

The powder is typically fine, light beige to pale cream in color, with a soft, dry texture. It carries a mild, toasted, nutty aroma from traditional bran-frying. When mixed with hot water or cooked into porridge, it has a smooth, slightly starchy consistency and a gentle, naturally sweet yam taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Stir into hot water or warm milk as a daily drink
• Cook into congee or porridge
• Blend into soups for added body
• Use in baking or dessert recipes

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Chinese yam is traditionally used to support the spleen and stomach. It is commonly prepared as a decoction, added to congee, or combined with ingredients like lotus seed and goji berry in daily wellness soups. Bran-fried yam powder is a traditional form believed to be gentler on digestion.

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